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This week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, is special guest, gospel artist, singer, songwriter, worship leader — and multi-gifted man of God — Malcom Christopher II from Dallas, Texas!Malcom shares his powerful gospel story, his unique worship “flow,” the nervous tick he says actually helps him minister, and how he balances life as an artist, educator, father, husband, coach, and worship leader.He also reminds us that God has a purpose and a plan for each of us — just like his hit single, “Purpose and a Plan.”Tune in now for an inspiring, transparent, and uplifting conversation you don’t want to miss!Listen on Podomatic, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, YouTube, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.Follow on social media: IG @Lin_Woods_Inspired_Media on social media!Instagram: @linwoods96 and @Lin_Woods_Inspired_MediaFacebook: @Lin. Woods LinkedIn: @Lin. Woods#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #MalcomChristopherII #PurposeAndAPlan #GospelMusic #WorshipLeader #ChristianMusic #FaithTalk #Purpose #GodHasAPlan #Inspiration #gospelmusic #gospel
On this week’s Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Lin. sits down with rising gospel star Preston Jonzell , a powerful voice with a testimony to match.Preston opens up about his musical journey, from being “the kid with the high voice” to becoming one of gospel music’s most exciting new artists. He shares the inspiration behind his hit single “Big God,” his songwriting process, and how faith sustains him through life’s biggest challenge , living with Sickle Cell Disease.This heartfelt conversation is full of hope, resilience, and the reminder that we truly serve a Big God! Don’t miss it — tune in now on Podomatic, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow Lin. Woods: Instagram & Tik TOk @linwoods96 Facebook & LinkedIn @Lin. Woods X (Twitter) @LinWoods
This week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast Lin. Woods talks with award-winning African gospel artist MOG Music.He shares his incredible journey — from being a church boy in Ghana, to becoming a mega-church music director, to now a global recording artist and worship leader touching hearts around the world.MOG opens up about how the African music industry still lacks the structure and systems found in the U.S. and U.K. but he also reveals why Africa’s sound, spirit, and worship are like nothing the world has ever seen.You don’t want to miss this powerful and eye-opening conversation!Tune in now to the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast , available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere you listen.#MOGMusic #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelMusicConnect with Lin. on Social Media:Instagram & TikTok @linwoods96LinkedIn @Lin. WoodsFacebook @Lin Woods
This week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Host Lin. Woods is bringing back a heartfelt and hope-filled conversation with platinum-selling recording artist, actor, and the one who calls himself a “Hope Dealer,” MAJOR.You know him from the global wedding anthem “Why I Love You,” a song that has blessed millions of hearts. What you may not know is that the moment of inspiration struck over a chicken salad sandwich. Yes, you read that right, and MAJOR shares exactly how it all happened.In this unforgettable episode, MAJOR opens up about: • The heartbreaking loss of his dear friend and brother in purpose, Chadwick Boseman • Why he speaks up for the overlooked and underestimated church kids at Berklee College of Music • The incredible faith journey behind his hit “I Prayed For You” • His ongoing mission to heal the world with love, purpose, and hopeThis conversation will make you smile, again, and think deeply, and believe again. It is too powerful not to hear a second time.Tune in to the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast featuring MAJOR. now streaming on Pod-o-matic, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Amazon Music, or wherever you listen.#LinWoodsPodcast #MAJOR #WhyILoveYou #IPrayedForYou #HopeDealer #GospelMusic #FaithAndMusic #Berklee #ChadwickBoseman #Inspiration #MusicWithPurposeFollow on social media: X: @linwoods Instagram, Threads and TikTok: @linwoods96 Facebook and LinkedIn: @Lin. Woods
This week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Host Lin. Woods sits down with gospel recording artist and songwriter Johnny B., whose powerful journey takes him from incarceration to entrepreneurship, trucking, and gospel music success.Johnny B. opens up about his beginnings in Ohio with his twin brother—a chart-topping jazz artist—his struggles, and how God delivered him to a new life of purpose and praise. He also shares valuable tips for aspiring artists and insight into his inspiring new single, “God Never Gave Up On Me.”Please join us in prayer for Johnny B. As we were completing this episode, we received word that he’d been in a serious accident. Let’s lift him up in love and faith, friends and fans. Tune in on all podcast platforms!Follow Lin. Woods on social media: 📸 Instagram & TikTok: @linwoods96 📘 Facebook: @Lin Woods 💼 LinkedIn: @Lin. Woods#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #LinWoodsInspiredMedia #GospelMusic #FaithStories #GospelArtist #ChristianMusic #PodcastMinistry #MusicWithPurpose #JohnnyB #Testimony #GodNeverGaveUpOnMe
This week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist, actress, and songwriter Ann Nesby takes us on an unforgettable journey—from her roots in the church, to Sounds of Blackness, to her powerhouse solo career.Ann opens up about:
The hit song she gave to Patti LaBelle
Lessons learned from music legends Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis
Feeding her kids while chasing her dreams
Executive producing her own movie
And her newest music project, ANNiversary 🎵
Don’t miss this inspiring and soul-stirring conversation with one of gospel and R&B’s most powerful voices!Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #AnnNesby #Music #GospelMusic #FaithAndEntertainment #SoundsOfBlackness #Inspiration #Podcast #WomenInMusic #PattiLaBelle #JimmyJamAndTerryLewis #FaithJourney #EntertainmentIndustry #PurposeDrivenLife #MusicLegends
On this week’s Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, I sit down with an extraordinary guest — a gifted Music Composer whose journey has taken him from the church house to some of the world’s biggest stages, Leon Lacey.He shares his inspiring path — from his gospel roots and church beginnings, to composing music for the hit TV series The Chi, to contributing to Beyoncé’s unforgettable concert in Dubai. Through it all, he reminds us why faith and gospel music remain the heartbeat of his life and career.And that’s not all! He gives us an inside look at his upcoming highly anticipated Black Tie Cinematic Symphonic in Los Angeles featuring an all-star lineup of gospel powerhouses: Yolanda Adams, Hezekiah Walker, Tye Tribbett, Israel Houghton, and more.You don’t want to miss this exclusive conversation filled with inspiration, behind-the-scenes stories, and powerful lessons about walking in purpose and staying true to your calling.Listen and subscribe now to the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast on Podomatic, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, or wherever you get your podcasts.#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #MusicComposer #TheChi #Beyonce #YolandaAdams #HezekiahWalker #TyeTribbett #IsraelHoughton #GospelMusic #FaithAndMusic #LeonLacey #BlackTieCinematicSymphonic
On this week’s Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, meet 20XII (Twenty-Twelve) — the rising recording artist with a unique name and an even more powerful story.From Atlanta to Los Angeles, 20XII opens up about: ✨ How her faith sustains her in a tough business ✨ The importance of knowing who you are in a social media–driven world ✨ Why you must stay faithful and consistent to your calling ...and so much more.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that will uplift, empower, and remind you that faith + perseverance = destiny!🔗 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.Follow Lin. Woods on Social Media: X: @linwoods Instagram & TikTok: @linwoods96 LinkedIn: @Lin. Woods Facebook: @Lin. Woods#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #LinWoodsInspiredEntertainment #music #musicbiz #gospelmusic #faith #inspiration
Rewind Episode – Part 2Don’t miss this classic episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast featuring the hilarious Gospel Comedian Trina Jeffrie, best known as Sister Cantaloupe. She opens up about her inspiring journey — from being a church girl to becoming an internationally recognized clean comedian. Hear how she created the unforgettable Sister Cantaloupe character, what sets a Gospel comedian apart from a Christian comedian, and so much more!Listen. Comment. Follow. Subscribe and Download FREE.#SisterCantaloupe #TrinaJeffrie #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelComedy #Comedy
Rewind Episode – Part 1 Don’t miss this classic episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast featuring the hilarious Gospel Comedian Trina Jeffrie, best known as Sister Cantaloupe. She opens up about her inspiring journey — from being a church girl to becoming an internationally recognized clean comedian. Hear how she created the unforgettable Sister Cantaloupe character, what sets a Gospel comedian apart from a Christian comedian, and so much more!Listen. Comment. Follow. Subscribe and Download FREE.#SisterCantaloupe #TrinaJeffrie #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelComedy #Comedy
Rewind Episode: Honoring Keith “Wonderboy” JohnsonIn September, we remember the late Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson, the beloved Gospel Quartet artist who passed away suddenly in 2022 at just 50 years old. The gospel world, his family, and fans everywhere were left in shock.In tribute, the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast is pulling from the vault my 2020 conversation with Keith. In this rewind episode, he shares his journey in gospel music, the story behind his then-latest song “Try Jesus,” how a chance meeting at White Castle led to his first record deal, his dream of becoming a basketball star, and even his days working on Wall Street.Keith was more than an artist—he was a father, son, label owner, songwriter, and most importantly, a true son of God. This episode is a heartfelt celebration of his legacy.Listen. Follow. Comment. Download FREE.Follow me on social media: Twitter/X: @linwoods Instagram & TikTok: @linwoods96 Facebook & LinkedIn: @Lin Woods#KeithWonderboyJohnson #GospelMusic #GospelQuartet #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelLegend #Inspiration #Faith
Tune in to this powerful rewind of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast with guest, Stellar-nominated gospel artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur Otis Kemp of Miami.Otis opens up about his miraculous deliverance from drugs and alcohol, his rise as a successful businessman, and his journey to becoming a chart-topping recording artist committed to saving souls. You’ll also get the story behind his hit single “Everything” featuring Lena Byrd Miles.This is one conversation you don’t want to miss—real, raw, and inspiring.Get inspired. Listen now.Subscribe FREE. Download FREE.#OtisKemp #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelMusic #Christianity #Inspirational #Faith #PodcastFollow Lin. Woods on:Facebook & LinkedIn: @Lin Woods Instagram & TikTok: @Linwoods96 X: @linwoods
Don’t miss this week’s must-hear episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast!Grammy, Stellar, and Dove Award-winning singer, songwriter, worship leader, and producer Dante Bowe joins Lin. Woods to share his powerful journey. He opens up about life after his departure from Maverick City Music, how God exceeded his expectations, and a fun fact about him that just might surprise you (hint: it involves taste).Dante also talks about his live recording, collaborations with Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Tamela Mann, and how God led him to record his new album Welcome Home. Plus, a snippet of the single, Kid Again. You don’t want to miss this inspiring and transparent conversation!Listen. Follow. Subscribe. Download FREE.Visit our website: linwoodsinspiredmedia.com#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #DanteBowe #GospelMusic #ChristianMusic #NewMusic #WelcomeHome #TashaCobbsLeonard #TamelaMann #FaithAndMusic #GospelPodcast #KingdomMusic #MusicMinistry
On this week’s Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, gospel legend, singer, songwriter, and choir master Keith Pringle—the voice behind gospel classics “Call Him Up” and “Can’t Stop Praising His Name”—sits down with Lin. Woods for a powerful conversation.Keith shares his inspiring backstory, from getting “whipped about Night Church,” to playing piano for gospel pioneer James Cleveland, serving at Rev. C.L. Franklin’s church, filling in for legends Walter and Edwin Hawkins, and recording a fresh version of his church staple “Perfect Peace.”You’ll laugh, cry, and be uplifted by his stories, wisdom, and music.Don’t miss it—listen, follow, subscribe, and download FREE!Connect with Lin. Woods:
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Viral singing sensation Darnel Alexander—the man who racked up over 3 million views belting a Luther Vandross classic from his garage—joins host Lin. Woods on the Lin. Woods Inspired Media podcast!Darnel shares his powerful backstory, how one video changed everything, and why today’s music is often missing the emotion that connects to the soul. He opens up about staying on purpose, navigating the spotlight, and gives heartfelt advice to aspiring artists chasing their dreams.Listen now for music inspiration, industry insights, and a reminder that one authentic moment can touch millions.Listen, Follow, Subscribe, and Download for FREE!#LinWoodsInspiredMedia #ViralSensation #DarnelAlexanderMusic #LutherVandross #GaragePerformance #ViralMusic #MusicIndustryTalk #StayOnPurpose #AspiringArtists #MusicWithHeart #PodcastPromo #InspiringStories #MusicInspiration #ViralStar #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast
This week, Gospel singer, songwriter, and Stellar Award nominee DAMITA Chandler (aka DAMITA) joins Lin. Woods for a powerful, transparent, and faith-filled conversation you don’t want to miss on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast.From her early days singing with her family and Voices of Unity, to her celebrated solo career, DAMITA shares her incredible gospel journey—and how faith carried her through a six-year battle with cancer, even as she fought through the pandemic and caught COVID.Now cancer-free, DAMITA opens up about ministry highs and lows, confronting sexism in the church, and why she’s more determined than ever to encourage young artists and anyone fighting sickness or opposition to stand your ground and keep believing.And the best part? She's ready to FLY! DAMITA shares the story behind her uplifting new single, “FLY,” a bold anthem of freedom, faith, overcoming and fresh beginnings.Don’t miss this inspiring episode of survival, strength, and soaring high again.Listen. Follow. Subscribe. Download FREE wherever you get your podcasts.Social:X: @linwoods Instagram & TikTok: @linwoods96 Facebook & LinkedIn: @Lin Woods#DamitaChandler #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelMusic #Survivor #FaithOverFear #FLY #WomenInMinistry #CancerFree #BlackGospel #Inspiration #Podcast #OfficialDamita #DAMITA
On this powerful rewind episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Bishop Kenneth Wells—President of the Gospel Industry Network—gets real and raw about overcoming infidelity, his deeply personal journey to healing, and his eye-opening book, “When Perfect Is Not: The Process of Healing From Infidelity.” This is one you’ll want to hear again—or for the first time.Tap in. Be inspired. Share with someone who needs this.🎧 Listen. Follow. Subscribe. Download FREE.Let’s connect: 📱 X: @linwoods 📸 Instagram & Tik Tok: @linwoods96 📘 Facebook: @Lin Woods#BishopKenWells #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelIndustryNetwork #Podcast #Gospel #Healing #Infidelity #FaithJourney
REWIND ALERT! We’re taking it back to a powerful episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast you’ve got to hear again!I sat down with LaTocha—yes, the powerhouse vocalist from the platinum-selling R&B group Xscape—for an intimate and inspiring conversation. From singing in the church to taking the R&B and Hip-Hop worlds by storm, LaTocha shares her incredible journey of purpose, faith, and staying true to herself through the ups and downs of the music industry.She opens up about being mentored by gospel icon Shirley Caesar and the legendary Whitney Houston, staying grounded in her faith, working with Jermaine Dupri, and tuning out the noise of the industry.Plus, we talk about her launching a record label, her faith-filled cookbook, her gospel album, new music—and she drops some real wisdom for up-and-coming artists.Don’t miss this rewind of one of our most inspiring episodes!Follow us on social media for the latest updates and more exclusive content! Instagram: @Linwoods96, @Lin_Woods_Inspired_MediaLinkedIn: @LinWoodsInspiredMediaFacebook: @Lin Woods#LinWoodsGospelEntertainment #LaTocha #Xscape #GospelToRNB #WhitneyHouston #JermaineDupri #FaithAndMusic #GospelPodcast #AspiringArtists #BehindTheMusic
On this week’s episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, I sit down with Worship and Choir Master Christopher J. Watkins—the gifted composer, songwriter, and recording artist behind the sound of the Stellar Award-nominated choir, Chris & Kyle with True Spirit.Christopher opens up about his songwriting strategy, the power of authentic worship, and how not every song is made for Sunday morning—and that’s okay. He shares wisdom on why we shouldn't judge today’s gospel music so quickly and lets us in on how Chris & Kyle with true Spirit was formed, and sustaining in an evolving gospel landscape.PLUS—get an exclusive listen to his inspiring new single, "God Came Through For Me", featuring the powerhouse vocals of Sheri Jones-Moffett. Don’t miss this soul-stirring and real conversation that dives deep into the ministry, the music, and the movement behind the melodies.Available now on all streaming platforms.Subscribe, download for FREE, and share!Connect on Social Media:Instagram & Tik Tok: @linwoods96X: @linwoodsFacebook and LinkedIn: @Lin. Woods#LinWoodsPodcast #ChristopherJWatkins #TrueSpirit #GospelMusic #Worship #SheriJonesMoffett #StellarAwards #GospelChoir #KingdomCreatives
On this episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, I sit down with Hollywood actor, man of faith, and former MMA star, Fernando Marrero.He opens up about his powerful journey—from the fight cage to the big screen—and his latest role in Netflix’s Happy Gilmore 2, written by and starring Adam Sandler.Fernando shares how faith fuels his career, the lessons he’s learned in Hollywood, his advice for aspiring actors, and a sneak peek at his exciting upcoming film projects.Real talk. Real faith. Real inspiration.Listen now. Subscribe and Download For FREE. Follow Lin. Woods for more:X: @linwoods Instagram & TikTok: @linwoods96 Facebook & LinkedIn: @lin.woodsFollow Fernando Marrero (“The PBA”) on social media:@team_pbaHashtags:#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #FernandoMarrero #FaithAndFilm #ChristianActor #HollywoodFaith #HappyGilmore2 #Netflix #EntertainmentWithPurpose






















